Best Rancher Beans Recipes

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RANCH STYLE BEANS



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This is my attempt to copycat the canned Ranch-Style Beans. I want to keep track until I get it right. If you want to jump in and help I'd love the help!

Provided by TishT

Categories     Beans

Time 8h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb dry pinto beans
5 cups cold water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
4 ounces ham hocks
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 1/2 tablespoons combination of california chili powder (New Mexico, Hungarian Paprika. All Mild)
1 tablespoon brown sugar, plus
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (for spicier beans add another 1/2 Tsp)
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder or 1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (add in the last 30 min only)
1/4 cup tomato puree (add in the last 30 min only)

Steps:

  • Wash beans and place in a large pot or kettle. Add water and remaining ingredients (except salt and tomato puree, which should be added in the last 30 minutes before beans are done). Cover and simmer for 5 to 6 hours. Check liquid level occasionally and add more water (add boiling water, never cold) as needed to keep beans covered.
  • If cooked in a crock pot, (you will need extra cup of water if you did not pre-soak) and cook them on the low setting. It also may take a little longer than the 5 to 6 hours.
  • Note: You can reduce cooking time by soaking beans overnight or using or (1 Hour soak method).
  • Add ¼ Cup of tomato puree with additional 1 tsp brown sugar in the last hour. Adjust salt and sugar to your liking.

RANCHERO BEANS



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Mexican style beans with the most delicious broth. I never bother to soak these beans, or pour off the first boil of water. This is the way we've cooked Mexican beans in my family for generations. But, if you're a stickler for bean ritual, feel free to presoak, et cetera, to your heart's content.

Provided by rockytuesday

Categories     Beans

Time 3h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb pinto beans
1 cup tomatoes, diced (canned works fine, pour in the juice)
1/2 lb bacon, diced
1 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup cilantro leaf, chopped
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, whole
4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Sort the beans, toss out all the rocks and imperfect beans. Rinse beans and place in a pot. Cover with water 2 inches above beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for 1 1/2 hours, adding water if needed.
  • Add remaining ingredients, making sure water covers everything. Simmer about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Taste the beans and broth together in a spoon. If it is not spicy enough for you, dice the jalapeño or add a few drops of Tobasco to taste.
  • Serve in a cup or bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 1402, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 1.7, Protein 8.9

RANCHERO BEANS



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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut crosswise in 1/2-inch pieces
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno chile one seeded, ribbed and chopped
1 (14-ounce) can chopped tomatoes with liquid
1 (12-ounce) can pinto beans, washed and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over high heat for 2 minutes. Add the bacon and fry until crispy, about 6 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat. Add the bay leaves, oregano, cumin, onions, chile, tomatoes and beans to the skillet. Cook the beans on a low flame for about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot in bowls.

RANCHER BEANS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 18h40m

Yield 30 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups dried pinto beans, soaked overnight
4 cups diced ham
2 cups brown sugar
1 tablespoon cumin
4 ounces sliced jalapenos
2 ounces chili powder
10 cloves garlic
1 large onion, medium dice
1 sweet red or green bell pepper, medium dice

Steps:

  • Cook the presoaked beans over medium heat for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the pit to 210 degrees F.
  • In a hotel pan, combine the beans, ham, sugar, cumin, jalapenos, chili powder, garlic, onions and peppers. Cover with aluminum foil and cook overnight on the pit.
  • Transfer to a serving dish, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calorie, Fat 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 13 milligrams, Sodium 47 milligrams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 15 grams

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